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Air Force EOD – I got selected and should be heading to school in about a year. I’m in shape, but haven’t lifted hard/heavy before and am looking to get into better shape for school.
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Do the Plans/order in the Virtue Packet beginning with Military OnRamp. When you get orders and a firm date for school, email back.
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Im currently in week 5 of the Sapper Plan.
I do not intend on doing the last week because my pre-sapper starts on that Thursday. Reason i was not planning on doing the last week is because i want to be fresh. I know week 8 is the post-assestment to see my final results but i will already putting that do test the same week.
What do you recommend? (Monday-Wednesday)
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I’d recommend skipping week 7 and doing week 8 of the plan the week before your course starts. Rest over the weekend, then perhaps do some easy running/training Mon & Tuesday, and full rest on Wednesday.
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Should I now progress to “Busy Dad Limited Equipment 2?”
I ask because the nature of training seems a bit different and not sure if it meant to be a natural progression or just didn’t training focus which is meant for me to just repeat the “Busy Dad Limited Equipment 1” cycle with higher numbers or move onto “Busy Dad Limited Equipment 2”.
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I am looking to eventually purchase your Ruck-Based Selection (SFAS) Training Packet, but I am currently laughably out of shape and about 60 lbs too heavy. While it looks like a very comprehensive program, is there a maybe program you recommend before that program? Sort of an unfuck yourself/couch-to-SFAS Training Packet. Or is that packet an all in one?
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I’ve got a two part question for you about your ultra programming. I’m looking to complete the Mogollon Monster in 2024 and I’d like to use the mtn tactical training plans as I’m a fan of the strength training and work capacity that is factored in vice just straight mileage based run plans with maybe some yoga or body weight exercises thrown in that I often see run coaches offer. However, my issue is that I’m going to have to PCS to southern Florida to a location about 12 hrs from any mountains and the Monster has +20K’ of climb on rocky technical trails.
So my question is do you have recommendation as to a) how much vert do you normally recommend athletes program into the ultra plan b) how to augment vert training if only flat runs are available?
I’ve trained doing weighted step ups in the past, but based on my experience it can be hard to set yourself up for success for hard pushes in the mountains without the mountains. I’ll be able to program occasional trips to mountainous areas but it will likely be sporadic and hard to plan out long term due to my job requirements.
One of my biggest concerns in not just the physiological requirements, but also the mental aspect of building confidence cumulatively by working through challenges that only come from full days out consistently grinding in an environment similar to the one you plan to compete or operate in.
Appreciate any thoughts or advice you might have.
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I’m 6 months post hernia surgery. It was direct inguinal both sides (lower abdomen). I’m 45, did most of the backcountry hunt program a few years ago and was maintaining on Bodyweight Foundation.
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Read your Art of Living article as I just finished Aurbry Marcus’s Own the Day.
Nice touch Coach!
And
…if you get a chance “Own the Day, it has that Tim Ferris feel, but I did enjoy the sleep cycle chapter.
Lastly- I’m sure you come across questions like –
Coach, I’m over 55 but under 63 ( a little juice in the tank) and want to try out for an assessment, either for a mountain course, law enforcement tactical team, and even for an elite status like Go-Ruck.
… Am I chasing a pipe dream?
My thoughts-
I guess one could reference what CFHQ and /or CF Invictus has done with scaled back training/competition scoring.
But
What if I’m being assessed with an entire group of young studs – where the standards are the same and equal,
…..is the (training up) for such an event/assessment – “just” and “healthy” for the peppered over 55 athlete or just accept your time has been great and move on buddy.
( maybe a future article?) …
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Looking to start the wildland fire fighter training packet along with after, the Pj selection packet. What ruck would you recommend? The Alice pack or MOLLE? Or is there a separate suggestion you have that would be better for Ergonomics/back longevity. Looking to stay slightly cheaper.
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I’m a DS applicant who completed everything and the only thing left if my physical readiness test. While training for the PRT, I hurt my calf. I’ve been resting and going to therapy to strengthen it. I’m 48 years old and I’d like to.know what’s the best approach I can take to start training. I don’t have any problems with sit ups and push ups. I’d like to know if there’s a workout I can follow.
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I want to get your recommendation on a plan for me. I am 60 y/o, a retired Army officer and I am pursuing a potential retiree-recall mission to go to Kuwait. My position would be in an office environment but walking quite a bit around the base in the Middle East heat. I workout regularly with a combination of strength, endurance and cardio. Based on this, what plan would you recommend for me? I want to be physically prepared should I get selected for the overseas tour. I believe I would benefit from a structured plan.
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